Systems Engineer II - Military Avionics Graphical Flight Plan Server; FPS); Onsite

Date Posted:  Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-182 ~ 1100 Cimmie Ave Ne ~ BLDG 182 Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is currently seeking an early career Systems Engineer to join our Graphical Flight Plan Server (FPS) team with our Military Avionics Flight Management Applications department located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

The engineer that fills this role will work alongside a small team of FPS subject matter experts that support fixed and rotary wing platforms across the entire department.

CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions - Our signature products for Military Avionics and Helicopters as part of the Collins Integrated Avionics Systems, fielded on thousands of aircraft today, at this moment. Specific capabilities include FMS (Flight Management Systems), Performance Application, System Manager, Comm, Flight Director, and Flight Controls. Please see the following links for more details:  

• You will develop designs and requirements for our fixed and rotary winged platforms as a member of the Graphical Flight Plan Server engineering team.
• You will create test cases and procedures to verify software implantation.
• You will collaborate with your agile team members on the overall design process for your projects.
• You will communicate plans and status on your assigned stories to your agile team members.
• You will coordinate with program focused engineering teams to develop the functionality that our military customers around the world require for their missions.
• You will champion knowledge sharing, elevating department expertise through both formal training and informal mentoring.

• You will experience the full software development life cycle, contributing to programs from initial bidding activities through to black label software release.
• You will deepen your expertise in cutting-edge avionic systems, positioning you as a subject matter expert in military software applications.
• You will expand your impact on the field of avionics, contributing to software solutions that increase the operational capabilities of aircraft worldwide.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in design, requirements development, and verification of deliverable software, ideally within a production or consumer-facing environment.
• Experience with Python scripting.

• Experience in developing avionics displays and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS).
• DO-178 or similar certification-based development experience.
• Familiarity with ARINC 429 and 661 communication.
• Familiarity with Ethernet protocols (UDP, TCP, etc).
• Experience with Graphical Flight Planning and/or Flight Display software.
• AGILE development methodology experience.
• Experience with different levels of software testing, from unit-level through system integration.
• Strong foundation in communication skills and team collaboration.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired…